When JOBS hold little more security than a puddle in the sand, the millions who are out of work are faced with the following options:

1. Live off unemployment benefit.

2. Patch up the lost income with multiple part time jobs.

3. Return to college to develop new skills.

4. Somehow create an income.

When there is a void in the marketplace the entrepreneurs create a solution to plug in the hole. Self reliance has always been the main stay of necessity. If you want something done right, do it yourself…I know I have a 16 year old.

Contrary to popular belief the small business market flourishes when there is a downside in the economy.

The proof is that the internet and small business has produced more millionaires than any other sector, and the home business market compared to franchises, requires little capital to start.

Further good news, unlike if you started a home based business 5 years ago, the cost is but a fraction now to invest in a home based business, have it up and running and with a comprehensive advertising strategy.

Many new to the home based business market are pleased to know that there are many viable and ethical home based business opportunities available, which offer a road map to maximize the chance of success. These systems include tested website systems, free and low cost marketing techniques, advertising strategies and on going training and support. Most home based business opportunities offer to drop ship their products eliminating the old system of stocking and shipping products by the distributor.

Even the government acknowledges that small business is the back bone of America.

The new stimulus package has increased money available for small business. The Small Business Administration (S.B.A.) program has increased funding for bridge loans, micro-loans and other S.B.A. loans. If you are lacking funds to start your business try asking the government first.

As the small business owner earns traditionally more than their employed peers, this might be the best financial bail out option for many who have never considered this market previously.